Shah Rukh Khan arrived in Kolkata with son AbRam ahead of his meeting with football legend Lionel Messi. The global icons shared warm moments and posed for photos. King Khan even unveiled the 70 mm statue of footballer
Shah Rukh Khan and Lionel Messi
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has arrived in Kolkata ahead of his much-awaited meet with football legend Lionel Messi on Saturday. In visuals going viral from Kolkata airport, SRK was seen making a late-night entry, accompanied by his younger son, AbRam. For the GOAT India Tour, Messi unveiled his 70 mm statue at Salt Lake. After this, he shared heartwarming moments with King Khan and his son, AbRam.
Lionel Messi poses with Shah Rukh Khan, AbRam
In a video shared by SRK's fan club, the actor is seen shaking hands with Messi and posing for photos. The global icons were also seen involved in a conversation. The football legend also met SRK’s son, AbRam, who was thrilled to meet the footballer and even took his autograph. His Inter Miami teammates, Luis Suarez and Rodrigo De Paul, were also present, and they exchanged greetings with SRK as well.
In one of the clips shared by Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club, the Pathaan star could be seen making an exit from the airport, exuding his usual swag and charm. SRK also made sure to oblige his fans with a quick wave before leaving the premises.
Finally The Historic Moment 🔥
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On Thursday, Shah Rukh took to social media to tease that he would be sharing the stage with the global football icon for an event on December 13 at the Salt Lake Stadium. Taking to his X account, formerly known as Twitter, Shah Rukh wrote, “This time round, not planning my Knight in Kolkata… and hoping the day ride is completely ‘Messi’. See you guys on the 13th at the Salt Lake Stadium.”
About Lionel Messi’s visit to India
Footballer Lionel Messi landed in Kolkata early on Saturday morning, with thousands of fans thronging the airport to catch a glimpse of the Argentine player. Messi is in the country for his GOAT India Tour 2025, a three-day event to be held across four cities, starting with Kolkata.
The World Cup-winning captain is expected to attend multiple interactions and events. During his visit to Kolkata, Messi is also scheduled to meet former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Following his Kolkata visit, Messi is scheduled to travel to Hyderabad, Mumbai, and then Delhi. The footballer is also scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence before leaving the country.
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